How does Lichen by Farrow & Ball compare with Johnstone's’s closest paints? The nearest match by perceptual distance is Johnstone's Olive Sprig (ΔE 2.3, “near-identical”). 5 more Johnstone's colours sit within ΔE 4 — close enough that the difference is hard to spot once paint’s on the wall. These 6 Johnstone's paints are all priced at £12.36 per litre, against Farrow & Ball Lichen at £25.60/L.
Farrow & Ball Lichen vs Johnstone's
6 closest Johnstone's matches ranked by ΔE
ΔE (CIEDE2000) is a perceptual distance metric — lower means a closer match. Matches under ΔE 2 are typically indistinguishable; ΔE 2–4 looks “the same” once dry on a wall; ΔE 4–6 is noticeable side-by-side. Always view a sample pot before committing — screen colours and lighting vary.
| Colour | Number | ΔE | Match quality | Price/L | Price/m2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Olive Sprig | — | 2.3 | near-identical | £12.36 | £2.06 |
| Wandering Willow | — | 2.3 | near-identical | £12.36 | £2.06 |
| Scottish Moor | — | 2.4 | near-identical | £12.36 | £2.06 |
| Photo Grey | — | 2.6 | near-identical | £12.36 | £2.06 |
| Dry Grass | — | 2.8 | near-identical | £12.36 | £2.06 |
| Edamame | — | 2.8 | near-identical | £12.36 | £2.06 |